Find your voice with the help of a CSUF Vocal performance grad! I specialize in a wide range of genres and teaching methods for people of all ages.

The Student and Tutor met for an introductory singing lesson, discussing their musical backgrounds, the Student's vocal goals, and initial challenges like vocal strain and limited range. They practiced foundational breath control techniques and assessed the Student's vocal range, exploring both chest and head voice. The session concluded with a discussion of future lesson plans, including music theory for singers and feedback on the Student's original compositions.

The session focused on music theory, covering time signatures, measures, note construction, and note naming on the treble clef. The Student practiced identifying and placing notes on the staff and reviewing time signature components. The Tutor will send the Student a link to acquire specific sheet music for future singing practice and schedule the next lesson.

The Student and Tutor conducted a singing lesson focusing on vocal warm-ups, vowel exercises, and diction practice using the song "Mr. Brightside." They reviewed breath support, jaw openness, and consonant articulation. For homework, the Student was encouraged to practice performing the song and both discussed selecting new songs for future sessions.

Student and Tutor reviewed the Student's recent vocal solo performance, focusing on control of high notes, addressing vocal breathiness, and discussing appropriate song transposition for the Student's bass-baritone range. They also reinforced foundational breathing and vocal placement techniques. The Student expressed plans to continue independent practice and may book future lessons for specific performance preparation.

The Tutor and Student reviewed note names on the treble clef using mnemonic devices and practiced identifying notes on a musical staff. They also began to explore the concepts of sharps, flats, and key signatures, with a focus on understanding how accidentals affect the sound of music, and scheduled a follow-up lesson.

The tutor and student reviewed singing vowel pronunciations using a vowel wheel and practiced rhythmic clapping exercises. They discussed vocal placement and the importance of relaxed jaw and breath support. The session concluded with rhythm games to improve timing and beat accuracy.